#ThrowbackThursday: Grooving through the 60's in Connecticut

February 21, 2019 8:00 AM

Photo: Lee Balterman/The LIFE Picture Collection

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Mrs. Estelle Griswold (L), medical advisor and Executive director of the Planned Parenthood Clinic in New Haven, and Mrs. Ernest Jahncke, President of Parenthood League of Connecticut, INC., flash a victory sign as a result of the court's decision that the birth control law is unconstitutional.

Mrs. Estelle Griswold (L), medical advisor and Executive director of the Planned Parenthood Clinic in New Haven, and Mrs. Ernest Jahncke, President of Parenthood League of Connecticut, INC., flash a victory

John E. Maher, then a sophomore at Darien High School, films the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. speaking at Stamford High School on Nov. 30, 1964. Maher says King spoke so forcefully that when he shifted to the left and reached around to adjust the zoom lens in the front of the camera, he could feel King's breath on his hand. less

John E. Maher, then a sophomore at Darien High School, films the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. speaking at Stamford High School on Nov. 30, 1964. Maher says King spoke so forcefully that when he shifted to the ... more

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John F. Kennedy visited the Bridgeport area twice, first as a US Senator and Presdiential candidate in 1960, and as President in 1962. He is seen here with White House Press Secretary Pierre Salinger and Bridgeport Police Capt. Ray Tierney. less

John F. Kennedy visited the Bridgeport area twice, first as a US Senator and Presdiential candidate in 1960, and as President in 1962. He is seen here with White House Press Secretary Pierre Salinger and ... more

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Portrait of Westport News editor Jo Brosious as she stands on the rocky shore of Cockenoe Island, Westport, Connecticut, late 1960s. Brosious led a successful campaign to prevent construction of a nuclear power plant on the small coastal island.

Portrait of Westport News editor Jo Brosious as she stands on the rocky shore of Cockenoe Island, Westport, Connecticut, late 1960s. Brosious led a successful campaign to prevent construction of a nuclear power

Julia Chase finishes far behind the leaders, but not last, against a field of some 157 men in the Manchester, CT, Thanksgiving day five-mile road race. A.A.U. regulations barred the 19-year-old Smith College co-ed from officially entering the race.

Julia Chase finishes far behind the leaders, but not last, against a field of some 157 men in the Manchester, CT, Thanksgiving day five-mile road race. A.A.U. regulations barred the 19-year-old Smith College

In this 1962 file photo, former baseball player Jackie Robinson and his wife, Rachel, pose in their Connecticut home in 1962. The first statue in Dodger Stadium history belongs to Jackie Robinson. The team will unveil his likeness during Jackie Robinson Day festivities on Saturday, April 15, 2017, with his wife and extended family in attendance on the 70th anniversary of him breaking baseball's color barrier. (AP Photo/File) less

In this 1962 file photo, former baseball player Jackie Robinson and his wife, Rachel, pose in their Connecticut home in 1962. The first statue in Dodger Stadium history belongs to Jackie Robinson. The team will ... more

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A group of women, under a 'Women's Liberation' banner, march in support of the Black Panther Party, New Haven, Connecticut, November 1969. (Photo by David Fenton/Getty Images)

A group of women, under a 'Women's Liberation' banner, march in support of the Black Panther Party, New Haven, Connecticut, November 1969. (Photo by David Fenton/Getty Images)

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Wellesley College-graduate (as well as future US First Lady Class and Secretary of State) Hillary Rodham (later Clinton) talks about her speech at the college commencement, Connecticut, June 11, 1969. Among other things, her speech addressed student protests, which she had supported as president of Wellesley College Government Association, and was delivered following the official commencment speech from Massachusetts Senator Edward Brooke. (Photo by Lee Balterman/The LIFE Picture Collection/Getty Images)

Wellesley College-graduate (as well as future US First Lady Class and Secretary of State) Hillary Rodham (later Clinton) talks about her speech at the college commencement, Connecticut, June 11, 1969. Among

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A 1966 file photo shows Congressman Donald J. Irwin, of Norwalk, with President Lyndon B. Johnson. Irwin, a democrat, served three terms in the U.S. House of Representative between 1959 and 1969, and two terms as Mayor of Norwalk from 1971-1975. less

A 1966 file photo shows Congressman Donald J. Irwin, of Norwalk, with President Lyndon B. Johnson. Irwin, a democrat, served three terms in the U.S. House of Representative between 1959 and 1969, and two terms ... more

A photograph from the collection of Eric Muth shows Muth and another soldier at the Integrated Fire Control Area of the Nike missile site, in Milford, in 1962. Muth served as a member of the 1st Missile Battalion of the Connecticut Army National Guard from 1960 thru 1963. less

A photograph from the collection of Eric Muth shows Muth and another soldier at the Integrated Fire Control Area of the Nike missile site, in Milford, in 1962. Muth served as a member of the 1st Missile ... more

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Believe it or not, these water-skiers are performing on Candlewood Lake—not Cypress Gardens. The outboard motor and the bathing suits date this photograph. This photograph was taken on the beach at Candlewood Shores during the 1960s.

Reprinted with permission from Candlewood Lake, by Susan Murphy and Gary Smolen. Available from the publisher online at www.arcadiapublishing.com or by calling 888-313-2665.

Believe it or not, these water-skiers are performing on Candlewood Lake—not Cypress Gardens. The outboard motor and the bathing suits date this photograph. This photograph was taken on the beach at Candlewood

Nine of original dozen Yale students undertaking 55-mile walk in support of Polaris Program (New Haven-Groton) take up last leg of trek eight miles outside New London, Connecticut on Dec. 9, 1961. Hike will end with demonstration outside General Dynamics Corp�s EB Division. less

Nine of original dozen Yale students undertaking 55-mile walk in support of Polaris Program (New Haven-Groton) take up last leg of trek eight miles outside New London, Connecticut on Dec. 9, 1961. Hike will end ... more

The late Post newspaper photographer Ed Brinsko is being remembered with an exhibition of his images at McLevy Hall in Bridgeport through Jan. 31. Above is a Brinsko photo of John F. Kennedy at the Bridgeport train station during a 1960 presidential campaign stop. less

The late Post newspaper photographer Ed Brinsko is being remembered with an exhibition of his images at McLevy Hall in Bridgeport through Jan. 31. Above is a Brinsko photo of John F. Kennedy at the Bridgeport ... more

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The late Post-Telegram newspaper photographer Ed Brinsko, far left, is being remembered with an exhibition of his images at McLevy Hall in Bridgeport through Jan. 31. Above is a staff photo from the 1960s.

The late Post-Telegram newspaper photographer Ed Brinsko, far left, is being remembered with an exhibition of his images at McLevy Hall in Bridgeport through Jan. 31. Above is a staff photo from the 1960s.

in this late 1960s photo, Volkswagen Beetles and Microbuses, along with a sporty VW Karman Ghia, are seen at Stamford's Riverbank Volkswagen.

in this late 1960s photo, Volkswagen Beetles and Microbuses, along with a sporty VW Karman Ghia, are seen at Stamford's Riverbank Volkswagen.

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Members of the Tinto Council #47, Knights of Columbus in Milford enjoy a New Year's Eve dinner dance in the 1960s. The council is marking its 125th anniversary this year. The photo is from the council archives.

Members of the Tinto Council #47, Knights of Columbus in Milford enjoy a New Year's Eve dinner dance in the 1960s. The council is marking its 125th anniversary this year. The photo is from the council archives.

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This circa 1968 photo made available by the Library of Congress shows the Norwalk River Railroad Bridge in Norwalk, Conn., along the Northeast Corridor. Officials are working on a plan to replace the swinging bridge which was built in 1896. "As a piece of engineering, it's just amazing," said John Bernick, assistant rail administrator for the Connecticut Department of Transportation. "But, it’s certainly reached its retirement age." (Library of Congress via AP)

This circa 1968 photo made available by the Library of Congress shows the Norwalk River Railroad Bridge in Norwalk, Conn., along the Northeast Corridor. Officials are working on a plan to replace the swinging

A photograph from the collection of Eric Muth shows soldiers working with Nike Ajax missiles, like those deployed in Milford. Muth served as a member of the 1st Missile Battalion of the Connecticut Army National Guard from 1960 thru 1963. less

A photograph from the collection of Eric Muth shows soldiers working with Nike Ajax missiles, like those deployed in Milford. Muth served as a member of the 1st Missile Battalion of the Connecticut Army ... more

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New York Giants quarterback Y.A. Tittle working out at training camp held at Fairfield University in August of 1963.

New York Giants quarterback Y.A. Tittle working out at training camp held at Fairfield University in August of 1963.

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The former Central High School in Bridgeport, Conn. April 10, 1960. The building soon became Bridgeport City Hall.

The former Central High School in Bridgeport, Conn. April 10, 1960. The building soon became Bridgeport City Hall.

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Norwalk Mayor Frank Zullo makes a presentation in this photo from June 5, 1966.

Norwalk Mayor Frank Zullo makes a presentation in this photo from June 5, 1966.

Music producer Paul Leka, center, with Steve Gaspár and Suzanne Nelson, who is now Gaspárís wife. In the late 1960s and through the 1970s, Lekaís Connecticut Recording Studios on Main Street in Bridgeport was where a number of top artists recorded. less

Music producer Paul Leka, center, with Steve Gaspár and Suzanne Nelson, who is now Gaspárís wife. In the late 1960s and through the 1970s, Lekaís Connecticut Recording Studios on Main Street in Bridgeport ... more

File photo of Donald J. Irwin, of Norwalk, and his family July 17th, 1968. Irwin, a democrat, served three terms in the U.S. House of Representative between 1959 and 1969, and two terms as Mayor of Norwalk from 1971-1975. Irwin died July 7th, 2013. He was 86. less

File photo of Donald J. Irwin, of Norwalk, and his family July 17th, 1968. Irwin, a democrat, served three terms in the U.S. House of Representative between 1959 and 1969, and two terms as Mayor of Norwalk from ... more

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Photographs from 1968 of the home Bob van Summern designed at 295 Olmstead Hill Road in Wilton, Conn, which is a remnant of the mid-century movement.

Photographs from 1968 of the home Bob van Summern designed at 295 Olmstead Hill Road in Wilton, Conn, which is a remnant of the mid-century movement.

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A bicycle race is just about set to start along the unpaved Railroad Street, just north of Bank Street, in this turn-of-the century photos published in the 1960s in the long defunct New Milford Advertiser.

A bicycle race is just about set to start along the unpaved Railroad Street, just north of Bank Street, in this turn-of-the century photos published in the 1960s in the long defunct New Milford Advertiser.

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The Pratt and Whitney plant in North Haven during the 1960s.

The Pratt and Whitney plant in North Haven during the 1960s.

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Shortly after their marriage, American actress Marilyn Monroe (1926 - 1962) and American playwright Arthur Miller (1915 - 2005) (right), along with Monroe's close friend, American photographer Milton Greene (1922 - 1985), stop for hot dogs while on their way to Connecticut where both Green and Miller lived, New York, New York, early July 1956. (Photo by Paul Schutzer/The LIFE Images Collection/Getty Images)

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Hal Holbrook is in costume, before putting on mustache and beard, for the role of Hotspur in "Henry IV, Part I" at the American Shakespeare Festival in Stratford, Connecticut, April 26, 1962. Holbrook's one-man show as Mark Twain made him a star so young that now, at 37, he had to fight to win a chance to play other parts. (AP Photo) less

Hal Holbrook is in costume, before putting on mustache and beard, for the role of Hotspur in "Henry IV, Part I" at the American Shakespeare Festival in Stratford, Connecticut, April 26, 1962. Holbrook's one-man ... more

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In this provided photograph test engineer Tony Paolitto performs a static load test on a prototype of a monorail for the New York's World Fair at American Machine and Foundry's plant in Stamford, Conn. The World's Fair took place in 1964-65. less

In this provided photograph test engineer Tony Paolitto performs a static load test on a prototype of a monorail for the New York's World Fair at American Machine and Foundry's plant in Stamford, Conn. The ... more

Donald J. Irwin, of Norwalk, with his family Nov. 8th, 1966. Irwin, a democrat, served three terms in the U.S. House of Representative between 1959 and 1969, and two terms as Mayor of Norwalk from 1971-1975. Irwin died July 7th, 2013. He was 86. less

Donald J. Irwin, of Norwalk, with his family Nov. 8th, 1966. Irwin, a democrat, served three terms in the U.S. House of Representative between 1959 and 1969, and two terms as Mayor of Norwalk from 1971-1975. ... more

American politician, author, and editor Clare Boothe Luce (born Ann Boothe, 1903 - 1987) (right) tickles the nose of her husband co-founder and editor of Time magazine Henry R Luce (1898 - 1967) as they lean against a fence, near Greenwich, Connecticut, 1943. (Photo by George Karger/The LIFE Picture Collection/Getty Images)

While only a teen, Charlie Karp, a Fairfield singer, songwriter and producer, toured with Buddy Miles and played on “Them Changes,” a 1970 record released by Miles. Karp, left, is on the back of the record cover. Karp recently released a single on iTunes, “Endless Home Movie,” which features lyrics by longtime friend and Westport resident Fred Cantor. It has struck a chord with others who grew up in the 1960s. less

While only a teen, Charlie Karp, a Fairfield singer, songwriter and producer, toured with Buddy Miles and played on “Them Changes,” a 1970 record released by Miles. Karp, left, is on the back of the record ... more

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Will Geer, an longtime Stratford resident and actor who performed in the 1950s and 1960s at the town's Shakespeare theater, poses beside his garden of plants and herbs mentioned in Shakespearean plays.

Will Geer, an longtime Stratford resident and actor who performed in the 1950s and 1960s at the town's Shakespeare theater, poses beside his garden of plants and herbs mentioned in Shakespearean plays.

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Members of the Black Panther Party distribute pamphlets, newspapers, and literature to the public, New Haven, Connecticut, September 28, 1969. (Photo by David Fenton/Getty Images)

Members of the Black Panther Party distribute pamphlets, newspapers, and literature to the public, New Haven, Connecticut, September 28, 1969. (Photo by David Fenton/Getty Images)

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Posing for posterity for a groundbreaking at the site of the new firehouse along Route 202, then known as Route 25, in the early 1960s are, from left to right, the Northville Volunteer Fire Department's Al Chappuis, Edd Ashe, Maurice Grossenbacher and Ralph Walker.
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Posing for posterity for a groundbreaking at the site of the new firehouse along Route 202, then known as Route 25, in the early 1960s are, from left to right, the Northville Volunteer Fire Department's Al ... more

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Cummings Pond in Stamford when residents could ice skate on it in the 1960s, top, and as it appears now.

Cummings Pond in Stamford when residents could ice skate on it in the 1960s, top, and as it appears now.

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American writer, and wife of aviator Charles Lindbergh, Anne Morrow Lindbergh (1906 - 2001) in her study at home, Tokeneke Estates, Darien, Connecticut, 1Oct. 10, 1969. The youngest Lindbergh daughter, Reeve, recently wrote a collection of essays, "Two Lives," which explores how her she long attempted to keep her private and public lives separate. less

GE has had a presence in the region since 1920, when it took over the sprawling Remington Arms complex on Boston Avenue, used for decades to manufacture small appliances, cable, switching equipment and other products. The plant was shut down by strikes; this is a scene of the picket line in a 1969 labor stoppage. By 1990 GE had scaled down most of the operations there, closing it for good in about 2007. The Boston Avenue plant has since been demolished and the new Harding High School is being built on the site. less

GE has had a presence in the region since 1920, when it took over the sprawling Remington Arms complex on Boston Avenue, used for decades to manufacture small appliances, cable, switching equipment and other ... more

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The Pratt and Whitney plant in North Haven during the 1960s

The Pratt and Whitney plant in North Haven during the 1960s

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Flashback
New Milford Hat Company
Among the large businesses that came and went over the decades in New Milford was the New Milford Hat Company, which flourished during the early years of the 20th century when men and women donned hats routinely before heading out into public. Shown here are a postcard image of the Housatonic Avenue factory shortly after its early 20th-century construction and a photograph culled from the old New Milford Times newspaper of the building during its final days in the 1960s, shortly before being razed. Those who would like to loan or contribute a photo from any of the Greater New Milford-area towns should bring it to Norm Cummings at the Greater New Milford Spectrum office at 45B Main St. or email ncummings@newstimes.com. If the photo is to be returned, please leave a phone number and mailing address. less

Flashback
New Milford Hat Company
Among the large businesses that came and went over the decades in New Milford was the New Milford Hat Company, which flourished during the early years of the 20th century ... more

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New Milford Hat Company
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A mid-1960s photo of a YMCA swim meet hangs at the YMCA in Greenwich, Conn. Thursday, Jan. 28, 2016. The Greenwich YMCA, listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places, celebrates its 100th anniversary this year. At the end of January, the Y installed a series of old photographs dated from 1914 through the early 90s to commemorate its centennial and show the rich and history of the building. less

A mid-1960s photo of a YMCA swim meet hangs at the YMCA in Greenwich, Conn. Thursday, Jan. 28, 2016. The Greenwich YMCA, listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places, celebrates its 100th anniversary ... more

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In January 1969 William Ratchford becomes Speaker of the Connecticut House of Representatives. This photo, taken by News-Times reporter Bob Chuvala, shows Ratchford with wife Barbara and children Shaun, 8, Scott, 5 and Brian, 2 trying out the Speaker's chair. less

In January 1969 William Ratchford becomes Speaker of the Connecticut House of Representatives. This photo, taken by News-Times reporter Bob Chuvala, shows Ratchford with wife Barbara and children Shaun, 8, ... more

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File photo of Donald J. Irwin, of Norwalk, dated July 27th, 1959. Irwin, a democrat, served three terms in the U.S. House of Representative between 1959 and 1969, and two terms as Mayor of Norwalk from 1971-1975. Irwin died July 7th, 2013. He was 86. less

File photo of Donald J. Irwin, of Norwalk, dated July 27th, 1959. Irwin, a democrat, served three terms in the U.S. House of Representative between 1959 and 1969, and two terms as Mayor of Norwalk from ... more

Members of the Black Panther Party stand behind tables and distribute free hot dogs to the public, New Haven, Connecticut, late 1960s or early 1970s. (Photo by David Fenton/Getty Images)

Members of the Black Panther Party stand behind tables and distribute free hot dogs to the public, New Haven, Connecticut, late 1960s or early 1970s. (Photo by David Fenton/Getty Images)

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Connecticut Light & Power had quite a presence in the New Milford community over the years. Some of the work crew is shown above in the 1960s. They are, from left to right, in front, Bud Martin, Ed Foster, John Farrell, Minor Giddings and Dewey Young, and in back, Ted Gale, Ed Barrett, Arne Christiansen, Ricky Lynch, Joe Strelez, Junie Lee, Guy Burch, Les Ernhout, Clint Fredlund, John Hall, Paul Douskey, unknown and unknown. If you have a “Way Back When” photo you’d like to share, contact Deborah Rose at drose@newstimes.com or 860-355-7324. less

Connecticut Light & Power had quite a presence in the New Milford community over the years. Some of the work crew is shown above in the 1960s. They are, from left to right, in front, Bud Martin, Ed Foster, John ... more

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Boy Scouts from Troop 6, an all-African-American troop created in the 1960s, accept seedlings from Katie Favor, chairman of the 1979 Make America Better Committee, which donated trees to the Greenwich Boy Scouts to plant at the Seton Reservation on Riversville Road. Robert Devaul, camping chairman and executive board member of the Greenwich Council, looks on. less

Boy Scouts from Troop 6, an all-African-American troop created in the 1960s, accept seedlings from Katie Favor, chairman of the 1979 Make America Better Committee, which donated trees to the Greenwich Boy ... more